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Unlocking Heart Health: The Power of Metabolomics

December 16, 2025

Heart problems are a big deal. They are the top cause of death around the world. When the heart isn't working right, it messes with the body's metabolism. This is a big change that happens all over the body. Metabolomics is a cool tool. It helps find new signs of disease. It also helps understand ho

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Unlocking Health Secrets: Free DNA Screening in Rochester

November 4, 2025

In Gates, New York, a new health initiative is making waves. Rochester Regional Health has introduced GenoWell, a free genetic screening program. This isn't just any health program; it's a step into the future of medicine. The goal? To use your DNA to create personalized health plans. The program i

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How Cancer Genes Influence Treatment Choices

August 7, 2025

Cancer is a shape-shifter. It doesn't stay the same. Neither do the genes that fuel it. One such gene, HER2, is well-known for its part in breast and stomach cancers. But it's not just limited to these. Around 3. 5% of all solid tumors have HER2 mutations. This makes it a potential target for treatm

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Treating Psoriasis: The Good, The Bad, and The Liver

June 25, 2025

Psoriasis is a long-term skin condition that causes a lot of discomfort and can really affect how people live their lives. Doctors often prescribe pills like methotrexate, cyclosporine, acitretin, and apremilast to help manage it, especially when the condition is severe and other treatments aren't a

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The Power of Personalized Care in Breast Cancer Treatment

May 27, 2025

Breast cancer treatment has seen a shift towards personalized medicine. This approach focuses on tailoring therapy to the specific biology of an individual's tumor. The goal is to find the most effective treatment for each person's unique cancer subtype. However, the success of this therapy relies h

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Transforming Medicine: The Rise of Microneedles

May 19, 2025

Microneedles are small but mighty tools that are changing the way we think about medicine. They offer a gentle way to deliver drugs through the skin. This method skips the usual digestion process and makes drugs work better. Plus, it's less invasive than traditional shots or patches. These tiny need

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A Baby's Life Saved by Tailored Gene Therapy

May 16, 2025

A major breakthrough in medicine has occurred. For the first time, doctors have used a custom-made CRISPR-based gene therapy to treat a baby's rare and deadly genetic condition. This isn't just any condition. It's a metabolic disorder that can kill up to half of the children who have it in their inf

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The Power of Biobanks in India's Fight Against Cancer

April 27, 2025

Biobanks are like big libraries, but instead of books, they store human samples. These samples are super important for understanding cancer. They help scientists figure out how cancer starts, how it grows, and how to treat it. By looking at these samples, researchers can see how genes, environment,

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The Power of Real-World Data in Personalizing Melanoma Treatment

April 5, 2025

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that can be very serious. Doctors are always looking for better ways to treat it, especially when it has spread to other parts of the body. One exciting area of research is using real-world data to help make treatment decisions. This data comes from everyday medical

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Unraveling the Genetic Puzzle of Kidney Inflammation

March 16, 2025

Kidney inflammation, specifically IgA Nephropathy (IgAN), is a significant health issue. It's the most frequent type of kidney inflammation. The immune system, which is supposed to protect the body, sometimes goes wrong and attacks the kidneys. This leads to inflammation and can cause kidney failure